Walley, Thomas, 1725-1806 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.04555 Author/Creator: Walley, Thomas, 1725-1806 Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 20 March 1790 Pagination: 1 p. : address : docket Height: 30.7 cm, Width: 18.9 cm Order a Copy
Discusses maps of the North American coastline that Knox had expressed an interest in purchasing. Describes them as "done in the most elegant manner for the use of the royal navy of Great Britain - And as I am satisfied they will not only answer but exceed your expectations..." Provides instructions as to what Knox should do with the maps if he does not find them suitable.
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